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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Brisbane?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Brisbane and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 20 January 2025.

January

Rp 523,903

February

Rp 523,903

March

Rp 605,762

April

Rp 589,390

May

Rp 507,531

June

Rp 540,275

July

Rp 638,506

August

Rp 573,019

September

Rp 638,506

October

Rp 622,134

November

Rp 540,275

December

Rp 785,854

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Brisbane is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Brisbane

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Brisbane to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 January 2025.

Small cars

Rp 213,108 - Rp 1,417,251

All Car Types

Rp 482,017 - Rp 1,101,322

To hire a small car in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 683,846/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Brisbane, Australia (~Rp 213,108/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 1,417,251/day). In fact, April is about 69% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a small car saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 744,522/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Brisbane, Australia (~Rp 315,160/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~Rp 1,244,842/day). In fact, April is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a medium car saves you 15% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 980,013/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Brisbane, Australia (~Rp 777,723/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~Rp 2,773,084/day). In fact, September is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a large car is 11% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Brisbane, Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 745,396/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Brisbane, Australia (~Rp 513,762/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~Rp 1,108,382/day). In fact, November is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Brisbane. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Brisbane, hiring a SUV saves you 15% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Brisbane

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Brisbane known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Brisbane. Reviews were last updated on 20 January 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Brisbane, including Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

8.6
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

7.7

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Avis

8.2
Very Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

9.1

Apex

8.1
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.1

Dollar

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

East Coast Car Rentals

7.8
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.8

Europcar

7.7
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Brisbane, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Brisbane?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating), Sixt (10.0 rating) and Ace Rental Cars (9.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Brisbane.

  • What are petrol prices like in Brisbane?

    The average price of petrol in Brisbane is Rp 17,845.45/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 803,045 and Rp 1,159,954 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Brisbane for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Bargain Car Rentals is one of the top picks in Brisbane. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 4,067,289 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Brisbane for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 34% to make it a great deal in Brisbane. Try to book at least 45 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Brisbane?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Brisbane however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in Brisbane?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Brisbane is Compact (Hyundai i30) based on our Cheapflights data.

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